Researcher (Qualitative & Quantitative)

About the role

Excellent Management Consult (EMC) is seeking a full‑time Researcher to join its on‑site team in Ijebu Ode. You will design and execute qualitative and quantitative research projects that underpin the firm’s consulting, policy, and institutional development work.

Key responsibilities

• Develop research proposals and design surveys aligned with client objectives.
• Collect, clean, and analyse data using statistical software.
• Prepare comprehensive reports, policy briefs, and academic‑style papers.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and engage stakeholders and subject‑matter experts.
• Present findings to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Maintain high standards of research ethics, documentation, and quality assurance.
• Support continuous improvement of research methodologies and knowledge management.

Required profile

• Strong research design and methodology skills, including both qualitative and quantitative approaches.
• Proficiency with statistical tools such as SPSS, R, or STATA.
• Excellent written communication for reports, briefs, and publications.
• Analytical thinking and evidence‑based decision‑making.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Economics, Social Sciences, Public Policy, Development Studies, Statistics, or a related field.

Required skills

• SPSS
• R
• STATA
• Excel (spreadsheet analysis and basic data visualization)